Getting Everett on the ball and offensive variance
Marissa Everett has shown a knack for unlocking an opponent’s defense and thriving one-on-one. Here’s how that can help during the Olympic period.
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The Portland Thorns played out a goalless draw against NJ/NY Gotham FC on Sunday at Providence Park. The Thorns created plenty of opportunities to get a goal, finishing the match with an expected goals total of 2.25 and only allowing an xG of 0.49. But coach Mark Parsons made it clear in his post-match press conference that he was unhappy with how the team performed.
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Cup runners-up Gotham prepare for regular season opener against Houston
Carli Lloyd and the newly-rebranded side look to build on good preseason form
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Tonight NJ/NY Gotham FC will open their 2021 regular season at home against the Houston Dash, their first league game under their new rebrand.
The opener will come on the heels of a heartbreaking Challenge Cup final defeat to the Portland Thorns last weekend in Oregon, a loss that saw Gotham come, literally, within a fingertips reach of the trophy. A Carli Lloyd goal would be the only one for the Harrison side in the ninety minutes of regular time, canceling out Christine Sinclair’s early opener for the Thorns, as the game headed to penalties locked at 1-1. The ensuing shootout brought plenty of nerves- but in the end it was Adrianna Franch’s decisive save on Nahomi Kawasumi’s effort that clinched the title for Portland after seven nervy rounds.
At MSU Soccer Park, Gotham and Louisville could not be separated over the course of 90 minutes as they eventually shared the spoils.
With Orlando Pride forcing North Carolina Courage to a 0-0 draw, Gotham finished top with eight points - one above NC Courage.
In four group games of Gotham, Ghana s Cudjoe made four appearances, while Cameroon s Johnson featured twice.
Having progressed to the final, Gotham will slug it out on May 8 with Portland Thorns, who also claimed the top spot in the West region, accruing 10 points from four group stage matches.
The African duo will be eager to put up their best performances as they seek to celebrate domestic success with their NWSL outfit this term.
At MSU Soccer Park, Gotham and Louisville could not be separated over the course of 90 minutes as they eventually shared the spoils.
With Orlando Pride forcing North Carolina Courage to a 0-0 draw, Gotham finished top with eight points - one above NC Courage.
In four group games of Gotham, Ghana s Cudjoe made four appearances, while Cameroon s Johnson featured twice.
Having progressed to the final, Gotham will slug it out on May 8 with Portland Thorns, who also claimed the top spot in the West region, accruing 10 points from four group stage matches.
The African duo will be eager to put up their best performances as they seek to celebrate domestic success with their NWSL outfit this term.